An RN Occ Health Manager is required to oversee and actively support the MedStar St. Mary's and MedStar Southern MD Hospitals OH Teams as needed. Given the nature of this role, the OH Manager will be expected to have a background with proven leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to be a change agent, lead projects, connect with hospital administration to build strong internal relationships, team/staff oversight, and develop process improvement to support the daily operations of the Occupational Health teams. This would include collaboration with other regional OH Hubs and OH Shared Services, and in support of the OH AVP. Coordinating the work activities and services provided by the clinical and administrative staff to assure efficient, effective, and safe patient care in the Occupational Health Department. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 3Develops and contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Ensures compliance with hospital/facility policies and procedures and governmental/accreditation regulations. 3Accurately documents all data into the associate electronic medical record (OHM). Accesses documents in other appropriate databases. Provides timely and complete data entry and includes all required information based on Occupational Health practice standards. 3Collaborates with OH and outside medical providers to monitor the progress of case management in terms of established outcomes which includes the length of disability rates of injury and illness and other specific indicators. Collaborates with TPA to coordinate treatment plan ensure appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained and optimum care and case management is achieved. 3Coordinates and implements the Advanced Practice provider peer-review evaluation process. Coordinates and provides ongoing medical in-services with the OH AVP to promote and enhance practice in occupational health and managing treatment for a work-related injury. Organizes orientation programs and oversees continuing clinical education to ensure adequate preparation of staff to meet clinical practice and operational requirements. 3Develops plans recommends and helps implement wellness programs to improve the health and work-life balance of associates. 3Evaluates and follows MedStar OH protocol for fitness for duty. Makes appropriate referrals to physicians other health care providers and facilitates mandatory EAP referrals if indicated. 3Evaluates associates' ability to return to work full-duty or in modified work capacity after an extended absence. Assesses work capability given reason for absence and job responsibilities. Develops implements and monitors transitional duty programs for associates with work-related injuries. 3Evaluates assesses and treats work-related injuries with implementations of standards of care according to OH policies. Formulates appropriate care plan including diagnostics and referral to specialists as indicated. Completes appropriate workers' compensation documentation. Enters and updates appropriate databases with case information and work with TPA to manage workers compensation claims. 3Implements health compliance programs required for hospital workers as identified by federal state and policy guidelines. Programs include but are not limited to: mandatory influenza program N95 fit testing hearing conservation TB testing and vaccination requirements. 3Liaises with entities/departments to evaluate the safety of the workplace and collaborate with managers in injury prevention measures and departmental action planning. 3Oversees daily operations and facilitates the interdisciplinary and collaborative practice of clinical and support staff. Assists with the recruitment selection on-boarding and staff management. Coordinates and completes the performance evaluation process for all staff. 3Performs pre-placement medical clearances for new candidates including complete job appropriate history and physical examinations with referral to PCP if indicated. 3Prepares and administers medications including vaccinations and tuberculosis testing according to department policy/procedure. Follows appropriate OH protocol for exposure type including appropriate labwork first aid and/or prophylaxis administration and informs of necessary exposure follow-up. 3Requisitions and interprets diagnostic laboratory and x-ray examinations when indicated. Counsels individual associates regarding exam findings abnormal lab and x-ray results appropriate follow-up any implications for personal health and the impact on job performance. 3Works with OH AVP and OH Shared Services to prepare and manage designated OH site budget effectively to ensure resources are available to support departmental goals and objectives. Collaborates with OH AVP and OH Shared Services to identify evaluate and implement plans to improve operations and clinical practice in the OH department in collaboration with the department director and medical director. 3Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Minimal Qualifications Education 3Bachelor's degree in Nursing required. 3Master's degree in Public Health or Nursing preferred Experience 35-7 years Progressively more responsible job-related experience required and 33-4 years as an RN and 2 years in a senior lead or supervisory capacity required Licenses and Certifications 3Valid RN license from an accredited school of nursing p 3BLS - Basic Life Support Basic Life Support certification required Knowledge Skills and Abilities 3Good physical assessment skills triage and first aid skills. 3Understanding of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations. 3Good patient education skills. 3Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills. This position has a hiring range of USD $102,606.00 - USD $196,996.00 /Yr.